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awareness

American  
[uh-wair-nis] / əˈwɛər nɪs /

noun

  1. the state or condition of being aware; having knowledge; consciousness.

    The object of the information drive is to raise awareness of what spreads HIV/AIDS.


Other Word Forms

  • hyperawareness noun
  • overawareness noun
  • self-awareness noun

Etymology

Origin of awareness

aware + -ness

Example Sentences

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"We've been working closely to contain the infection, the spread, but also increase public knowledge and awareness," she said.

From BBC

The Nigerian government stated it was working with local and international partners to investigate these cases and enhance public awareness.

From BBC

Roe was "struck by the social and educational exclusion of deaf people" and so set out on a world wide tour to raise awareness and funds, the school said.

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In Jersey Trudi Roscouet also created another business aiming to raise awareness of women's health and offer support after she experienced the menopause at the age of 51.

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Nelson gave birth prematurely in May 2025 to twins, who were later diagnosed with SMA type 1, before announcing in January her daughters have the rare genetic condition to raise awareness.

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